Check your Green Card
Confirm the expiration date. If it's 6 months away or has already expired, it's time to renew it.
Prepare the documentation
Copy of your current Green Card (front and back).
Data change testing (if applicable).
Passport-style photographs (if required by the form).
Fill out Form I-90
Available online at uscis.gov or by mail.
You can create an account on the USCIS portal to track your application.
Pay the fee
Approximate cost: $465 - $540 USD (may include biometric fee).
Check your specific case with the official USCIS fee calculator.
Submit your application
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En línea: pago electrónico, actualizaciones y seguimiento.
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Por correo: incluye todos los documentos solicitados según instrucciones.
Attend the biometric appointment
USCIS te notificará si necesitas ir a una cita para tomar huellas, foto y firma digital. Es obligatoria en la mayoría de los casos.
Receive your new Green Card
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El procesamiento puede tardar entre 6 y 12 meses.
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Puedes monitorear tu caso con el número de recibo (receipt number).
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Mientras esperas, puedes usar el recibo I-90 junto a tu tarjeta vencida como prueba de residencia.
Renewal
of the Green Card (Permanent Residence Card in the USA)
Keep your legal status up to date and avoid problems when traveling, working, or completing paperwork in the United States.
If your Green Card is about to expire, has been lost, or your personal information has changed, here you'll find all the information you need to renew it step by step.
Who should renew their Green Card?
Renewal is mandatory for legal permanent residents with a 10-year valid card that is:
About to expire or already expired.
Damaged, lost or with modified personal data (name, photo, etc.).
Exceptions:
Conditional residents (2 years): must follow a different process (form I-751).
If you've already applied for citizenship, you can opt out of renewing; your status will be temporarily covered while you wait.
Deadlines and Recommendations
The processing time for a green card renewal generally ranges from 6 to 12 months, although this period may be longer depending on the application load and your specific situation. It's important to note that if your card expires, you do not lose your status as a legal permanent resident; only the physical document expires, not your right to legally reside in the United States.
If you are abroad when your green card expires, you should not file Form I-90 immediately. First, you should contact the appropriate U.S. consulate or port of entry for guidance on how to proceed based on your situation. This precaution will help you avoid complications when re-entering the U.S. or continuing with your renewal.
Other immigration services we offer
In addition to assisting with B-1 and B-2 cases, we also provide advice and representation on other immigration matters in Minnesota:
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Permanent Residence.
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Green Card Renewal.
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Adjustment of Status.
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Consular Process.
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Removal of Conditional Status.
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Naturalization and Citizenship Process.
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Work Permit.
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U Visa
We have bilingual attorneys trained to guide you through every step and answer any questions you may have during your immigration process.
TPS Benefits for Venezuelans in Minnesota
If you are a beneficiary of Temporary Protected Status in Minnesota, you can:
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Obtain a valid work permit (EAD).
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Apply for travel permission (advance parole) with Form I-131.
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Maintain your legal status for the duration of the protection.
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Live peacefully in Minneapolis, Saint Paul, and the entire Minnesota metropolitan area.
TPS for Venezuelans in Minnesota does not lead directly to permanent residency, but it does allow you to gain time and stability while you find other immigration options.
Which offices in Minneapolis help with immigration procedures for Latinos?
Our main office in Minneapolis offers in-person services to Latinos seeking immigration legal support. Santiago Legal works with residents, families, and new immigrants throughout Hennepin County and surrounding areas.
Where can I apply for a work visa in Minneapolis?
At Santiago Legal, we help you obtain temporary or permanent work visas (H-1B, L-1, EB-2). We review your employment profile, coordinate the necessary paperwork with your employer, and submit your application to USCIS.
Where can I get help renewing my green card in Minnesota?
Our team will advise you on green card renewals and extensions of immigration status. We analyze your case to avoid penalties for overstaying your visa or errors on the application form. We offer services in English and Spanish.
How does deportation defense work in Minneapolis?
Deportation defense includes reviewing immigration orders, appeals, and applications for asylum or cancellation of removal. At Santiago Legal, our attorneys present your case before immigration court and fight for your right to remain in the United States.
Where can I hire legal services for deportation defense in the United States?
Santiago Legal represents immigrants in Minnesota and its metropolitan area in deportation proceedings. We offer virtual and in-person services, advice in Spanish and English, and legal defense before ICE and USCIS.
